Robertson (Qld)

Robertson is positioned among the lower quartile of areas assessed nationally for population growth based on AreaSearch's assessment of recent, and medium term trends

Based on analysis of ABS population updates for the broader area, and new addresses validated by AreaSearch since the Census, the population of Robertson (Qld) is estimated at around 5,385 as of Feb 2026. This reflects an increase of 636 people (13.4%) since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 4,749 people. The change is inferred from the resident population of 5,195 estimated by AreaSearch following examination of the latest ERP data release by the ABS in June 2024 and an additional 118 validated new addresses since the Census date. This level of population equates to a density ratio of 3,025 persons per square kilometer, placing it in the upper quartile relative to national locations assessed by AreaSearch. Robertson's 13.4% growth since the 2021 census exceeded the SA3 area (9.1%), along with the national average, marking it as a growth leader in the region. Population growth for the suburb was primarily driven by overseas migration that contributed approximately 93.0% of overall population gains during recent periods.

AreaSearch is adopting ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, released in 2024 with 2022 as the base year. For any SA2 areas not covered by this data, and for years post-2032, Queensland State Government's SA2 area projections are adopted, released in 2023 based on 2021 data. Considering the projected demographic shifts, a population increase just below the median of national areas is expected, with the suburb expected to expand by 720 persons to 2041 based on aggregated SA2-level projections, reflecting a gain of 13.7% in total over the 17 years.

Residential development activity is lower than average in Robertson according to AreaSearch's national comparison of local real estate markets

Based on AreaSearch analysis of ABS building approval numbers, allocated from statistical area data, Robertson has seen approximately 28 new homes approved annually. Over the past five financial years, from FY-21 to FY-25, around 140 homes were approved, with an additional four approved so far in FY-26. On average, each dwelling has resulted in about 2.3 new residents per year over these five years, indicating healthy demand that supports property values.

New homes are being built at an average expected construction cost of $922,000, demonstrating a focus on the premium segment with upmarket properties. This financial year, there have been $4.4 million in commercial development approvals recorded, suggesting limited commercial development focus compared to residential. Compared to Greater Brisbane, Robertson has seen slightly more development activity, with approximately 28.0% above the regional average per person over the past five-year period.

This preserves reasonable buyer options while sustaining existing property demand, although construction activity has eased recently. All new constructions in Robertson have been detached houses, maintaining the area's traditional suburban character and focus on family homes appealing to those seeking space. Interestingly, developers are building more traditional houses than the current mix suggests (71.0% at Census), indicating continued strong demand for family homes despite density pressures. Robertson has a population density of around 962 people per approval, showing it is a mature and established area. According to AreaSearch's latest quarterly estimate, Robertson is forecasted to gain approximately 738 residents by 2041. At current development rates, new housing supply should comfortably meet demand, providing good conditions for buyers and potentially supporting growth beyond current population projections.

Robertson has very high levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 10% nationally

Changes to local infrastructure significantly impact an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified four projects likely to affect this region. Key projects are Henson Road Industrial Estate, Macgregor State High School Major Upgrade & Expansion (scheduled for completion in 2023), Macgregor Gardens Retirement Village Expansion (commencing Q4 2021), and Nathan Sciences Precinct Redevelopment (expected to finish by mid-2022).

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The employment landscape in Robertson shows performance that lags behind national averages across key labour market indicators

Robertson has a highly educated workforce with significant representation in essential services sectors. Its unemployment rate is 3.8%, with an estimated employment growth of 1.1% over the past year (AreaSearch aggregation). As of September 2025, there are 2,583 residents employed, with an unemployment rate of 0.2% lower than Greater Brisbane's rate of 4.0%.

Workforce participation is at 58.9%, compared to Greater Brisbane's 70.7%. According to Census responses, 17.0% of residents work from home. Leading employment industries are health care & social assistance, retail trade, and accommodation & food. The area has a notable concentration in accommodation & food, with employment levels at 1.5 times the regional average.

Conversely, construction shows lower representation at 5.6%, compared to the regional average of 9.0%. Over the 12 months to September 2025, employment increased by 1.1% while labour force increased by 1.1%, leaving unemployment broadly flat. In contrast, Greater Brisbane saw employment rise by 3.8%, labour force grow by 3.3%, and unemployment fall by 0.5 percentage points. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 suggest potential future demand within Robertson. These projections estimate local employment should increase by 6.7% over five years and 13.9% over ten years, based on a simple weighting extrapolation of industry-specific growth rates against Robertson's employment mix.

Income levels sit below national averages according to AreaSearch assessment

Robertson suburb had lower income levels than national averages according to latest ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for financial year ended June 2023. Median income among taxpayers was $41,661 and average income stood at $54,763, compared to Greater Brisbane's figures of $58,236 and $72,799 respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 9.91% from July 2023 to September 2025, estimated median income would be approximately $45,790 and average income around $60,190 by the latter date. According to the 2021 Census, individual incomes were at the 20th percentile ($656 weekly) while household incomes performed better at the 45th percentile. Income distribution showed that 30.0% of locals (1,615 people) fell into the $1,500 - 2,999 category, similar to the broader area where 33.3% occupied this bracket. After housing costs, 85.6% of income remained for other expenses. The suburb's SEIFA income ranking placed it in the 6th decile.

Robertson is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership

Robertson's dwelling structure, as assessed in the latest Census, consisted of 71.4% houses and 28.6% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings), compared to Brisbane metro's 73.5% houses and 26.5% other dwellings. Home ownership within Robertson stood at 43.4%, with mortgaged dwellings at 21.0% and rented ones at 35.5%. The median monthly mortgage repayment in the area was $1,950, surpassing Brisbane metro's average of $1,863. Meanwhile, the median weekly rent figure in Robertson was recorded at $415, compared to Brisbane metro's $380. Nationally, Robertson's mortgage repayments were higher than the Australian average of $1,863, while rents were substantially above the national figure of $375.

Robertson features high concentrations of group households, with a higher-than-average median household size

Family households constitute 70.3% of all households, including 32.2% couples with children, 26.3% couples without children, and 9.7% single parent families. Non-family households account for the remaining 29.7%, with lone person households at 21.7% and group households comprising 8.1%. The median household size is 2.8 people, larger than the Greater Brisbane average of 2.6.

Robertson shows strong educational performance, ranking in the upper quartile nationally when assessed across multiple qualification and achievement indicators

Robertson's educational attainment is notably higher than broader standards, with 47.9% of its residents aged 15+ possessing university qualifications, compared to 25.7% in Queensland (QLD) and 30.4% across Australia. This significant educational edge places the area favourably for knowledge-based prospects. Bachelor degrees are most prevalent at 28.6%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (16.2%) and graduate diplomas (3.1%). Vocational pathways comprise 19.9% of qualifications among those aged 15+, with advanced diplomas accounting for 9.1% and certificates for 10.8%.

Educational participation is notably high, with 32.4% of residents currently enrolled in formal education, including 11.4% in tertiary education, 7.5% in primary education, and 6.0% pursuing secondary education.

Transport servicing is good compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility

Robertson has eight operational public transport stops, all providing bus services. These stops are served by nine distinct routes, together facilitating 2,108 weekly passenger trips. Transport accessibility is considered good, with residents on average situated 238 meters from the nearest stop. Primarily residential, Robertson sees most commuters traveling outward. Car remains the prevalent transport mode at 78%, followed by bus at 13% and walking at 4%. On average, there are 1.4 vehicles per household.

According to the 2021 Census, 17.0% of residents work from home, which may be influenced by COVID-19 conditions. Across all routes, service frequency averages 301 trips per day, equating to approximately 263 weekly trips per stop.

Robertson's residents boast exceedingly positive health performance metrics with very low prevalence of common health conditions across all age groups

Robertson's health outcomes data shows excellent results based on AreaSearch's assessment of mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence. The area has a very low prevalence of common health conditions across all age groups. Approximately 49% of Robertson's total population (~2,633 people) has private health cover, which is relatively low compared to Greater Brisbane's 55.8%.

Nationally, the average is 55.7%. The most prevalent medical conditions in Robertson are arthritis and mental health issues, affecting 6.0% and 5.0% of residents respectively. A total of 76.8% of residents declare themselves completely clear of medical ailments, compared to Greater Brisbane's 69.2%. The area has a higher proportion of seniors aged 65 and over at 22.1% (1,190 people), compared to Greater Brisbane's 15.2%. Health outcomes among seniors in Robertson are strong and align with national rankings for the general population.

Robertson is among the most culturally diverse areas in the country based on AreaSearch assessment of a range of language and cultural background related metrics

Robertson has a population where 64.6% speak a language other than English at home, and 62.3% were born overseas. Christianity is the predominant religion in Robertson, with 35.6%. Buddhism's representation is notably higher at 8.7%, compared to Greater Brisbane's average of 2.0%.

In terms of ancestry, Chinese comprise 30.8% of Robertson's population, Other groups make up 15.4%, and English ancestry stands at 13.1%. These figures are significantly different from regional averages: Chinese (3.4%), Other (9.4%), and English (26.8%). Additionally, Korean (1.9%) and Indian (6.8%) ethnic groups are overrepresented in Robertson compared to regional averages of 0.5% and 2.0%, respectively. Vietnamese representation is also notably higher at 1.6%.

Robertson's population is slightly younger than the national pattern

Robertson's median age is nearly 37 years, closely matching Greater Brisbane's average of 36 and nearing Australia's median of 38. Compared to Greater Brisbane, Robertson has a higher proportion of residents aged 75-84 (9.6%) but fewer residents aged 5-14 (7.9%). Between the 2021 Census and the present, the percentage of Robertson's population aged 75-84 increased from 7.2% to 9.6%, while those aged 85+ rose from 2.8% to 4.1%. Conversely, the proportion of residents aged 5-14 declined from 9.6% to 7.9%, and those aged 65-74 decreased from 9.8% to 8.4%. By 2041, demographic modeling suggests significant changes in Robertson's age profile. The 85+ cohort is projected to grow by 161%, adding 356 residents to reach 577. Residents aged 65 and above will drive 74% of population growth, highlighting demographic aging trends. Meanwhile, the 0-4 and 15-24 age groups are expected to experience population declines.